INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, AUSTRALIA · AUSTRALIA
Certificate III in Carpentry
Certificate · Taught in en
At a glance
80 mo
Duration
5.5
IELTS
€17k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Certificate
Level
- 80 study weeks + 16 weeks holidaysCourse Duration
- 1800 total hours (1600 face-to-face + 200 independent study)Total Study Hours
- Classes scheduled 2.5 days/week or 5 nights/weekFlexible Schedule
- Monthly intakesStart Dates
- Blended learning with face-to-face and independent studyDelivery Mode
- Simulated workplace for practical trainingTraining Environment
This Certificate III in Carpentry is a vocational qualification designed for individuals seeking to work as carpenters in residential and commercial settings. The course covers essential skills such as setting out, manufacturing, constructing, assembling, installing, and repairing timber and non-timber products. It is particularly targeted at international students who are 18 years or older, have completed Year 12 (or equivalent), possess a suitable visa, and are looking to gain foundational carpentry skills for further study or employment. The program emphasizes practical application in a simulated workplace environment.
Curriculum
The qualification requires the satisfactory completion of 34 units of competency, comprising core and elective units. Students will learn about workplace communication, measurements, calculations, WHS, tool usage, material handling, framing, roofing, and more.
- Core Units
- Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industryCPCCOM1012
- Conduct workplace communicationCPCCOM1014
- Carry out measurements and calculationsCPCCOM1015
- Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirementsCPCCOM3001
- Calculate costs of construction workCPCCCM3005
- Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industryCPCCWHS2001
- Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategiesCPCWHS3001
- Use carpentry tools and equipmentCPCCCA2002
- Handle carpentry materialsCPCCCA2011
- Work safely at heightsCPCCCM2012
- Carry out general demolition of minor building structuresCPCCCA3001
- Carry out setting outCPCCCA3002
- Install flooring systemsCPCCCA3003
- Construct and erect wall framesCPCCCA3004
- Erect roof trussesCPCCCA3006
- Construct pitched roofsCPCCCA3007
- Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry workCPCCCA3025
- Apply basic levelling proceduresCPCCCM2006
- Carry out levelling operationsCPCCOM3006
- Construct eavesCPCCCA3008
- Install windows and doorsCPCCCA3010
- Construct, assemble and install timber external stairsCPCCCA3016
- Install exterior claddingCPCCCA3017
- Install lining, panelling and mouldingCPCCCA3024
- Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffoldingCPCCCM2008
- Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on groundCPCCCA3028
- Carry out concreting to simple formsCPCCCO2013
- Elective Units
- Plan and organise workCPCCOM1013
- Construct ceiling framesCPCCCA3005
- Manufacture components for doors, windows and framesCPCCJN3003
- Construct and install bulkheadsCPCCCA3014
- Frame and fit wet area fixturesCPCCCA3012
- Carry out hand excavationCPCCCM2002
- Place and fix reinforcement materialsCPCCSF2004
Careers
Upon successful completion of this qualification, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge for various roles within the construction industry.
- Carpenter – Commercial
- Carpenter – Formwork
- Carpenter – Residential
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the Certificate III in Carpentry?
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have successfully completed Year 12 (or equivalent), and hold a suitable visa. An IELTS score of 5.5 overall is also required for English proficiency.
- What is the total tuition fee for international students?
- The total course fee for international students is $27,500, which includes resources. Additionally, there is an application fee of $350.
- How long does the Certificate III in Carpentry program take to complete?
- The program duration is 80 study weeks, plus 16 weeks of holidays, totaling 1800 hours of study (1600 face-to-face and 200 independent study).
- What career outcomes can I expect after completing this program?
- Upon successful completion, graduates will be equipped for roles such as Carpenter – Commercial, Carpenter – Formwork, and Carpenter – Residential within the construction industry.
- How do international students apply for this program?
- International students should contact the Institute Of Technology for specific intake dates, submit an application with pre-training review forms, secure an appropriate student visa, and attend a pre-course orientation.
Entry requirements
Year 12 or equivalent secondary studiesSuccessful completion of Year 12 or an equivalent qualification from your home country.
IELTS5.5 overall
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the commencement of the course and possess a visa that permits study at a CRICOS-registered Australian provider. Prior learning and experience will be assessed during the enrolment process to determine course suitability.
Fees
Tuition (international)Total course fee: $27,500 (including resources)
Tuition (home)Not applicable for this program.
LivingNot specified.
An application fee of $350 is also required.
How to apply
1. Contact InstitutionReach out to the Institute Of Technology for specific intake dates and application procedures, as intakes are monthly.
2. Submit ApplicationComplete the enrolment and pre-training review forms. This process assesses your knowledge, skills, and experience to ensure the course is suitable for your learning needs.
3. Visa RequirementsSecure an appropriate student visa that allows you to study with an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
4. Enrolment ConfirmationOnce your application is assessed and deemed suitable, and your visa is secured, you will be enrolled in the course.
5. Course OrientationAttend the pre-course commencement orientation to understand the course structure, learning and assessment processes, support services, and other relevant information.
Accreditation
CPC30220 – Certificate III in Carpentry
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the Certificate III in Carpentry?
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Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have successfully completed Year 12 (or equivalent), and hold a suitable visa. An IELTS score of 5.5 overall is also required for English proficiency.
What is the total tuition fee for international students?
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The total course fee for international students is $27,500, which includes resources. Additionally, there is an application fee of $350.
How long does the Certificate III in Carpentry program take to complete?
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The program duration is 80 study weeks, plus 16 weeks of holidays, totaling 1800 hours of study (1600 face-to-face and 200 independent study).
What career outcomes can I expect after completing this program?
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Upon successful completion, graduates will be equipped for roles such as Carpenter – Commercial, Carpenter – Formwork, and Carpenter – Residential within the construction industry.
How do international students apply for this program?
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International students should contact the Institute Of Technology for specific intake dates, submit an application with pre-training review forms, secure an appropriate student visa, and attend a pre-course orientation.